Assistant Professor

Position Function:

The Department of Philosophy & Religion at Mississippi State University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of Fall 2025. This role will be responsible for teaching, research, and service.

Salary Grade: UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Department Profile:

https://www.philosophyandreligion.msstate.edu/

Area of Specialization:

Philosophy

Anticipated Appointment Date:

August 16, 2025

Tenure Track Status:

Tenure-Track

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

3/3 teaching load. Demonstrate creativity and excellence in research and scholarship. Schedule and maintain specific office hours for the purpose of answering student questions and preparing lecturers and other class material.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful applicants will hold a Ph.D. in philosophy or a closely related field at the time of appointment and demonstrate the potential to teach at the college level.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrate success in undergraduate teaching
Interest in those who might teach History of Philosophy (Ancient, Early Modern) or topics involving underrepresented perspectives in Philosophy
Promising research program

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The ability to work as a member of an multidisciplinary team of scholars is desirable. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Standard office and professional environment

Instructions for Applying:

Interested candidates should apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, writing sample, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (including sample syllabi). The cover letter should include a brief statement of experience with and/or plans for teaching a diverse population and engaging in student outreach and recruitment. The committee will solicit letters of recommendation from selected candidates and conduct initial interviews online. Questions about the position can be directed to [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

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